ROYMMI Sports Ministry (RSM)

WHAT IS SPORTS MINISTRY?
Sports are a unique, all-terrain vehicle that knows no bounds. It is intentional in scope, intercultural in appeal, and there is no cultural or social hang-ups. It moves swiftly through all differences – race, religion, age and sex. Sport is a great common denominator, opening doors to all levels of society. Teamed with ministry, the potential is incredible, the impact staggering.

We are called to go out into the world, “so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world, holding fast to the word of life . . .” Philippians 2:15-16

We live in a world of need. We can use the gifts that God has given us to shine as a light within the world of sports. It is easy for us to put our salvation in a vault and never share it with others. But that is not what we are called to do. We must step out of our comfort zones and use the talents and the opportunities that God has given us for His glory.
SPORT IS WORSHIP
  • Made to worship (Genesis 1 and 2) When we play sport in a way that honors God and others, we bring Him glory. We are made in God’s image and this means that we were made to reflect Him as we use the abilities He has given us. We were designed to run, play, compete and share life together. God made us to be creative and to be in relationship with Him and with one another.
  • The problem of sin (Genesis 3) Sport is also a reflection of our basic human problem: sin. Sin causes us to reject God and to want to rule our own lives. As a result our relationship with Him is broken. We no longer use our abilities for Him but for ourselves, playing for our own glory, not His. Our relationships with others are also broken. Sport can be painful, frustrating and fruitless because of this problem of sin. Sin ultimately leads to death.
  • Restored to worship (Romans 12) However, God has not left us like this. He loves us. So, in His mercy, He sent Jesus Christ to pay for our sin on the cross and restore our relationship with God. Therefore, as we play, we can now offer Him our abilities and relationships as worship to Him, seeing sport as a wonderful opportunity to worship God every time we play, compete or train.
    Sport is Mission
    Sport is a wonderful opportunity to share the good news of Jesus with others. Here is why:
    • Billions of people love, play and watch sport regularly.
    • Sport includes many groups unreached by the Gospel.
    • Sport brings and keeps people together.
WHY SPORTS MINISTRY?
In Matthew 28:19 Jesus commands us to go and make disciples. In Acts 1:8 Jesus told us He would teach, empower and guide us with the Holy Spirit and commands us go to the ends of the world. Start where you are and move outwards.
To every city. To every community.
What a remarkable moment in history you and I live in. We are seeing the Great Commission being fulfilled in the world of sport and play.
It is hard to find a community where there is no sport or play. In most of the world’s cities, towns and villages, sport is the language that is understood, experienced and enjoyed. No activity other than a Global Games or World Cup style event has a viewing audience in the billions.
  1. Sport is a powerful youth development tool: Sport is the one medium that is universal. It connects with both men and women of any age in every culture.
  2. Sport is a remarkable community transformation tool: It brings and keeps people together. All that is needed is a ball on a field, in a parking lot or in an empty space and a team will form.
  3. Sport is a way to promote a good message: The cost of sport is small compared to other methods of getting people focused face to face. It requires minimal equipment and is an easy avenue by which to communicate.
  4. Sports is the most popular global influencer

There are many reasons that believers can embrace sport.

  • Sport is valuable in and of itself. It is a place to worship God (Romans 12:1-2).
  • Sport is valued by many people (Global Games, World Cup, regular participation etc.).
  • Sport is a setting in which to live and communicate the Gospel.
  • Sport is a context for regular discipleship (it’s all about relationship).
  • Sport is a tool for developing youth both inside and outside the church.
  • Sport breaks down cultural, social, economic, language and religious barriers.
  • Sport is fun and healthy.

“Sport has the power to change the world. It has the power to inspire, it has the power to unite people in a way that little else does. It speaks to young people in a language they understand. Sport can create hope where once there was only despair. It is more powerful than government in breaking down racial barriers.” – Nelson Mandela (remarkable world figure and former President of South Africa)

If we ignore this mission field, one which can cross boundaries and unite people in such unique ways, we are missing out on a tremendous harvest field. We are all called to ‘Go and make disciples’ and your sport gives you a unique opportunity to do this. The best person to share Jesus Christ (with your team, other players or coach) is you! 1 Thessalonians 2:8, Matthew 28:18-20, Colossians 4:2-6

PURPOSE
To use the gifts that God has given us to shine as a light within the world of sports. When we play sport in a way that honors God and others, we bring Him glory. We are made in God’s image and this means that we were made to reflect Him as we use the abilities He has given us. We were designed to run, play, compete and share life together.

OUR VISION
Seeing the Great Commission being fulfilled in the world of sport and play.

OUR MISSION
Our Mission is to use Sport as a tool for:
  • Powerful youth development
  • Remarkable Christian community transformation
  • Promoting the Gospel
  • Developing youth both inside and outside the church.
  • Breaking down denominational, cultural, social, economic, language and religious barriers.
OUR GOALS
Using the opportunity is to raise up servant-hearted local sports ministry teams, which multiply themselves, to serve each village, town and city.
OUR STRATEGIES
  • Kaduna Christians Champions League
  • Sport Clubs (Pre-teens, Teens, Adults)
  • Partnership with Sport Ministries and Organization Locally and Internationally
KADUNA CHRISTIANS CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
The Kaduna Christians Champions League shall be an annual football tournament aimed at fostering unity, fellowship and empowerment of the Christian youths across denominations. The tournament brings youths from across Christian Communities and denominations.
  • Features of the tournament include:
  • Motivational Seminars on Business and Career
  • Leadership Empowerment Seminars
  • Football Competition
  • Music Ministrations from Guest Ministers
  • Evening Crusades
  • Life Empowerment Trainings
  • Cups and Cash prizes to winners
  • Prizes and Medals to all the players of the best 3 Teams
  • Awards and Dinner nights
  • Wider media coverage of major TV Stations and Social Media
  • Sponsorship Opportunities to Corporations and Individuals